So, one night in 1988, George Harrison was at dinner with Jeff Lynne. Jeff had just helped George create his succesful comeback album "Cloud Nine". Jeff also happened to be working with Roy frickin' Orbison at the time, and Roy joined them for dinner. Now, bear in mind that during the early 60's, Roy was at the top of the charts, and also one of the Beatles idol's and inspirations. They actually toured together in England. At the beginning of the Tour the Beatles opened for Roy. By the end of the tour, Roy was opening for the Beatles. Anyways, during dinner conversation, it came up that George and Jeff had been asked to provide a throwaway song as a B-side to some European release. They decided to come up with a song the next day and asked Roy if he wanted to join them. To sing or to write or just to hang out. Roy was game, so the plan was made. But where to record! Even with their pedigree, it wasn't going to be easy to find a space that was available on such short notice. Remember, this was 1988, there was no email, no texting, and very few portable phones. If the person you were trying to call wasn't there, you kinda just had to wait until they were. All I'm saying is that this was a bit of a daunting task, and how it was resolved was almost miraculous. George decided to try to call Bob Dylan, a man famous for not being able to get in touch with. But he had a recording studio in his garage and somehow managed to pick up the phone! He said that it would be fine, so the plan was set. But here's my favourite part. En route to Bob Dylan's garage, George had to stop at Tom Petty's house, so he could pick up his guitar. Because that's how George Harrison rolled. So please imagine with me that you're Tom Petty. Already quite successful in your own right, but then George Harrison, Jeff Lynne and Roy frickin' Orbison roll up and say "Hey, we're heading over to Bob Dylan's right now to write a song. Wanna Come?" Up until that point, Tom Petty may have had plans for the day. So They arrive at Bob Dylan's garage, Dylan joins them and say's "So what are we going to sing about?" George spies a box sitting in the garage with a freight sticker on it reading 'Handle with Care' and said "Why don't we sing about that?" A sticker on a box. So that's what they did, and after spitballing verses and riffs at each other for a couple of hours, they wrote and recorded this. Wow. It was pretty clear that this was not a song to throwaway on some European B-side, and they had so much fun doing it that someone eventually said "Why don't we make an album?" So they did. Somehow, all 5 of them were able to co-ordinate a week or two where they were all free. So they borrowed Dave Stewart's house, and made an album. And thus, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne and Tom Petty spent a week or so hangin' out, drinkin' beers, smokin' weed, shootin' the shit, and just creating music. And that's how the Traveling Wilburys actually happened. The best supergroup of all time, comprised of some of the top musicians of all time representing multiple era's of rock from its infancy, with no ego battles. It's pretty wonderful.
What a great storytelling. In 88 I was 25 and went to London to study English when Cloud 9 the album that you mentioned was released. 88 was a very expecting year many events were in the oven waiting to pull out and serve; the wall fell next year, the iron courtain torn and ragged and afterwards apparently capitalism beat socialism. AIDS was in raise and still little known about its transmission paths, therefore, the sexual distance was the norm as today the social one is, and swinging London became frighting London. It's in this context that the Travelling Willburys showed up singing handle me with care.
I hate to sound morbid, but who would have guessed that Dylan would be one of the last two living Wilburys? (He's my all-time favorite musician, by the way.)
@@frigginjerk I've totally thought the same thing. Honestly, it's really nice that Dylan is almost 80. I'm not sure I would've bet on that even 10 years ago.
I always thought George Harrison's voice was underrated, along with his writing. The Beatles were amazing for so many reasons, and George Harrison was a MAJOR reason.
The Beatles were the Beatles because of all four of them - without any one of them, I don't think they would have been what they were. Lennon, McCartney, Harrison, Starkey - all four required.
I don't really think he was underrated I think he was kind of just overshadowed because John and Paul had such amazing voices and they were such talented singers that most people compared to them what kind of get overlooked even if they are really talented George is one of my favorites
What really gets me with this incomparable supergroup is how they really all looked like they were genuinely having a great time. They're all millionaires, no need for more money, so just making great music with friends.
I was! I'm glad he held off, cuz it's been years since I heard this song, and I literally got chills and my eyes watered up a bit at the mere sound of Roy's voice. What a haunting, beautiful voice he had.
There is pure joy in this video. George Harrison with his heroes Bob Dylan and Roy Orbison. Then Tom Petty, Jeff Lynn and Jim Keltner on drums. It doesn't get any better than that.
people can use "super Group" loosely a lot of the time, but THIS was probably one of the best Super Groups EVER assembled that was never planned. I sure miss then those days of this group.
Hard to miss George Harrison’s signature guitar riffs, Roy Orbison’s high flying, gorgeous tenor, and Tom Petty & Bob Dylan’s distinct voices along with Jeff Lynn - what more could you want??
Man with the black hair and glasses singing "I'm so tired of being lonely..." portion was Roy Orbison. Elvis was once asked by an interviewer what it was like having the best voice in the business and he replied "I don't know, why don't you ask Roy Orbison" I would definitely suggest checking out almost any of his works with the sole exception of the movie he was in, The Fastest Guitar Alive. That was NOT a good movie. LOL
I agree that Elvis would probably pass that mantle to someone else, but those sort of stories sound almost made up at this point. That is the exact set up to someone asking Eric Clapton how it was to be the best guitarist, and he told them to ask Prince.
Elvis would not perform after Roy Orbison. That was his request. True story! If Roy had been more handsome and confident, the whole world would know who he is. IMO
On the album, each member went with a pseudonym with the last name Wilbury George Harrison was Nelson Wilbury Jeff Lynne was Otis Wilbury Roy Orbison was Lefty Wilbury Bob Dylan was Lucky Wilbury Tom Petty was Charlie Wilbury Jr. The drummer in the video (who was not an official Wilbury) is veteran session drummer Jim Keltner, who was credited on the album as "Buster Sidebury" - Although on the album, Jeff/Otis played the drums on 'Handle with Care.' while Jim/Buster played on the rest of the tracks
Keltner also played drums in Harrison's Concert For Bangladesh. Played on albums for John Lennon, Ringo Starr, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison in addition to both Traveling WIlbury's albums.
Jamal, you doing OK? Bad weekend everywhere, especially LA. My awesome hubby & I are sending you love from Harbor City! Keep spreading your peace, serenity & joy. 💖🙏🏻
“End of the line” is a top pick. Between the time they recorded the song and doing the video, Roy Orbison passed away. You’ll see an empty chair in the video when he does his solo part. Just FYI so you know why. Keep up the great work! Love it.
You should do a video for End of the Line by the Travelling Wilburys. Roy Orbison had recorded the record with the band by died shortly after. There is a very touching moment in the video of his guitar in a rocking chair. Just brilliant
Also, his stuff with the Beatles is worth checking out, gotta love "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", Eric Clapton plays guitar on that one... and "Here Comes the Sun" is simple and perfect.
When this came out on the radio, I kept thinking, that,s George Harrison, but wait, there's Roy Orbison and Tom Petty. I was blown away, then I saw the video, and how relaxed they all looked. Five huge names in music from Britain and the States, but no egos, no designated lead, they filmed in a circle. Pure talent. This kind of pure collaboration could never happen with today's "superstars" the egos and fame would get in the way. Maybe a song or two, never two albums.
bob dylan "tangled up in blue" tom petty "free falling" george harrison "when we was fab" roy orbison "pretty woman" jeff lynne "all over the world" there is not a bad song on either album by the TW'S .....supergroup....
I'm 65 too, and yes give Jamel a break, as he is younger than us old farts! Hard to believe ppl don't recognize all those artisrs we reveared for yrs! Jamel, u are one cool cat to listen to all these old treasures. I have listened to, love and own lotta music from ur younger generation, so most of us are not biased! Jamel, wait til I start suggesting ol mountain music and such! U gonna be goin' down musical rabbit holes the rest of ur days ! Not a bad itch to scratch...thx for all ur openess, blessings and peace to u and urs, thx again
I agree! I'm 73. I saw Bob's Rolling Thunder Revue in 1975. Bayfront Center, St Pete, Fl. Too bad Roy died because I'm sure they would've continued for awhile. Maybe even rotate new members.
Another group I would love to see u react to is another supergroup called the highwaymen. It is johnny cash, Willie nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson
What I respect about Jamel reactions is that they seem sincere and real, most of these other “reaction” videos are to staged, over the top reaction for click bait. Thank you Jamel for being the way you are when doing these and allowing your audience to enjoy the music and what seems like a sincere reaction.
Being nearly 70 now and an old fool. I can't watch this without tears coming to my eyes such a group of icons they say started jamming around togetherr for fun out of boredom Roy orbison George harison Tom petty gone now they were doing great stuff as the wilburys
Mary Jane's Last Dance would be a good direction to go into. Then some more classic Tom Petty. There is A LOT of great stuff down that hole. George Harrison, Roy Orbison, all good for reactions.
Jeff Lynn was hanging out at Petty's house. They were sitting in the yard with their guitars just throwing riffs at each other, Petty throws one out and Jeff say's "Hey I like that one- got any lyrics for it?" Petty says nope, plays it again and sings, "She's a good girl" "Loves her Mama" "Loves Jesus" "And America too" RIGHT OFF THE TOP OF HIS HEAD!!!!
An all star band for the ages. I think everyone was excited to see how The Traveling Wilburys would sound. Wish we could have had many more collaborations like this with various artists back then.
John Lennon got the idea for "Being for the benefit of Mr. Kite" from an old circus poster. I wonder how many of the songs Beatles members came up with while in that band or in their subsequent careers came from found objects? They were all such good songwriters, they could probably write a song about anything.
@@brianm2881 Day in the Life was entirely based around newspaper articles. On one of the Anthology albums, John states that Norweigen Wood was partially inspired by a furniture add that repeated the phrase "good Norwegian wood". Despite all of the links to LSD, John claims that Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds was inspired by a picture Julian painted in school when he was 4 or 5. Ringo's Octopus's Garden was inspired from a conversation he had over dinner due to octopus being on the menu. Paul's inspiration for Elinor Rigby was entirely from a grave marker with that name. George's Here Comes the Sun was literally written about a sunrise viewed in Eric Clapton's garden.
I cant even begin to express how much I love Tom Petty. His music is perfect driving music. Traveling cross country in a car, there probably isn't a better artist to listen to. You gotta add Tom Petty to your catalog
What a pleasure to wake up to this! Roy Orbison, one of the finest voices ever, Tom Petty (lots for you to explore there,), Bob Dylan and Jeff Lynne...the greats! George Harrison said they all got together and wrote music then recorded it. In this particular song they were looking for a "hook" according to George and there were lots of boxes with HANDLE WITH CARE on them--that was the hook they needed! Thanks Jamel!
This one gives me chills and tears. All of these fine fellows capable of telling quite a story, yes indeed. But some of them have gone. And that part makes me quite sad. None the less, a great piece of work.
What a glorious collaboration!! Some of the best of the best! Love these guys!!!n George Harrison started the song, Then Roy Orbison sings, then Bob Dylan and Tom Petty, and then Jeff Lynne all chime in with such beauty. Perfection!!!
There's an old joke about the Beatles: John was the brain, Paul was the heart, George was the soul, and Ringo was the drummer. But I really started to think about what it means to say George was the 'soul' of the Beatles, and it is so true. If the Beatles had replaced George, they wouldn't have been the Beatles anymore. Meanwhile, if George goes out and gets three other great performers...it sounds like a Beatles song! He really was the indispensable member of the group.
I disagree with Paul being the heart. John was the heart, Paul was the brain. Just look at the songs they wrote, John’s music had emotion and feel, whereas Paul’s music was crafted and more polished. There’s some exceptions where Paul had heart.
@Randall Johnson I always heard it was John's quote, which would make sense because Paul drummed on some Beatles' songs, and it's a rather acerbic comment, typical of John.
When Roy Orbison sang, the angels stopped what they were doing. God's singing voice. And he got a ton of power without even straining. Horrible that only Jeff and Bob are left. God bless. Peace and Love, Brother Jamel.
SiiiiGH... ROY ORBISON. 😍 His Voice IS/WAS EXTREMELY UNIQUE, which is why it's MY FAV. out of All the other Talented Musicians in this video. 🎹 🎵 🎸 🎵 ROY O. IS/WAS The BEST. 😢 💔 #RIP 🙏 👼 #Icon 😢 #RoyOrbison ❤ #OldiesButGoodies 💛
This group was formed just to be as chilled as possible. This was the first song they created and it was all because they saw a box that said "handle with care" and they wrote the song around that!
Jamel we could tell this one hit home with you on a personal level. I like hearing you break it down and put it all together for us. Thank you for doing this one, one of my favorites!
All of these guys are really talented and I'm glad you got to hear this song. I like 'End of the Line' better than this song by them, but this is cool too. Cool to see someone reacting to a song my mom likes haha
Yeah "End of the Line" is even better than this one, but its video is so sad. Roy died just before shooting of the video began and how they represent him in the video is a tear jerker (in a good, cathartic way, but still heartbreaking).
Jamel, you found my heart's anthem. At the end of this, though, when you distill the lyrics into a brief explanation, I just feel like you need a hug. I hope someone hugged you, young man.
Everytime I think I found a favourite I find another gem. I have been listening to a LOT of Roy Orbison lately and pulled out my special addition CD/DVD Traveling Wilburys collection I bought with my Christmas money in 2002 or thereabouts. Wish I could have shared it with my Dad who was the one who indroduced me to each legend seperately and nearly flipped when they became this supergroup. Growing up in South Africa in the 80s, info wasn't easy to come by but my dad really went over and above to learn everything he could about these guys. Thanks for passing it on Dad. Hope you and the boys are enjoying a cold one and a loooong discussion about music wherever that may be
I had to laugh at your reaction when you heard Roy's voice, the second voice, you probably would of heard his song Pretty Woman, that song is played to death in numerous movies. But he has plenty more classics. The best part of listening to this song is listening to the mash up of so many different styles. The different twangs of country tuned guitars, the electric psychadelic and folk tuned guitars, the accoustic rock and roll strum. And their own unique voices for their chosen styles. It all somehow mixes perfectly.
Roy Orbison in the darkest of glasses, black hair & the oldest member with the operatic voice is one of the legendary Million Dollar Quartet -- Memphis Sun artists -- Roy ("Pretty Woman" "Crying" & "Blue Bayou"), Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis & Carl Perkins. The drummer -- considered a full-fledged member is the session drummer Jim Keltner who has been on countless hit songs for decades. Jamel -- you always do a sincere wonderful assessment. You speak with honesty in your voice & you're entertaining.
So, one night in 1988, George Harrison was at dinner with Jeff Lynne. Jeff had just helped George create his succesful comeback album "Cloud Nine". Jeff also happened to be working with Roy frickin' Orbison at the time, and Roy joined them for dinner.
Now, bear in mind that during the early 60's, Roy was at the top of the charts, and also one of the Beatles idol's and inspirations. They actually toured together in England. At the beginning of the Tour the Beatles opened for Roy. By the end of the tour, Roy was opening for the Beatles.
Anyways, during dinner conversation, it came up that George and Jeff had been asked to provide a throwaway song as a B-side to some European release. They decided to come up with a song the next day and asked Roy if he wanted to join them. To sing or to write or just to hang out. Roy was game, so the plan was made.
But where to record! Even with their pedigree, it wasn't going to be easy to find a space that was available on such short notice. Remember, this was 1988, there was no email, no texting, and very few portable phones. If the person you were trying to call wasn't there, you kinda just had to wait until they were. All I'm saying is that this was a bit of a daunting task, and how it was resolved was almost miraculous.
George decided to try to call Bob Dylan, a man famous for not being able to get in touch with. But he had a recording studio in his garage and somehow managed to pick up the phone! He said that it would be fine, so the plan was set.
But here's my favourite part. En route to Bob Dylan's garage, George had to stop at Tom Petty's house, so he could pick up his guitar. Because that's how George Harrison rolled.
So please imagine with me that you're Tom Petty. Already quite successful in your own right, but then George Harrison, Jeff Lynne and Roy frickin' Orbison roll up and say
"Hey, we're heading over to Bob Dylan's right now to write a song. Wanna Come?"
Up until that point, Tom Petty may have had plans for the day.
So
They arrive at Bob Dylan's garage, Dylan joins them and say's "So what are we going to sing about?"
George spies a box sitting in the garage with a freight sticker on it reading 'Handle with Care' and said "Why don't we sing about that?"
A sticker on a box.
So that's what they did, and after spitballing verses and riffs at each other for a couple of hours, they wrote and recorded this.
Wow.
It was pretty clear that this was not a song to throwaway on some European B-side, and they had so much fun doing it that someone eventually said "Why don't we make an album?"
So they did.
Somehow, all 5 of them were able to co-ordinate a week or two where they were all free. So they borrowed Dave Stewart's house, and made an album.
And thus, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne and Tom Petty spent a week or so hangin' out, drinkin' beers, smokin' weed, shootin' the shit, and just creating music.
And that's how the Traveling Wilburys actually happened. The best supergroup of all time, comprised of some of the top musicians of all time representing multiple era's of rock from its infancy, with no ego battles. It's pretty wonderful.
Wow, thanks for that great story!
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Love this! ❤😍
Wow
What a great storytelling. In 88 I was 25 and went to London to study English when Cloud 9 the album that you mentioned was released. 88 was a very expecting year many events were in the oven waiting to pull out and serve; the wall fell next year, the iron courtain torn and ragged and afterwards apparently capitalism beat socialism. AIDS was in raise and still little known about its transmission paths, therefore, the sexual distance was the norm as today the social one is, and swinging London became frighting London. It's in this context that the Travelling Willburys showed up singing handle me with care.
Rest In Peace to the great ones we lost from this amazing group.
R.I.P Roy Orbison
R.I.P George Harrison
R.I.P Tom Petty
I'm going to be an absolute wreck when Dylan dies.
@@ashermitchell2794 me too
I hate to sound morbid, but who would have guessed that Dylan would be one of the last two living Wilburys? (He's my all-time favorite musician, by the way.)
@@frigginjerk I've totally thought the same thing. Honestly, it's really nice that Dylan is almost 80. I'm not sure I would've bet on that even 10 years ago.
Saw "Jeff Lynne's ELO" last July, and he played this song with Dhani Harrison (George's Son) who opened up.
I always thought George Harrison's voice was underrated, along with his writing. The Beatles were amazing for so many reasons, and George Harrison was a MAJOR reason.
The Beatles were the Beatles because of all four of them - without any one of them, I don't think they would have been what they were. Lennon, McCartney, Harrison, Starkey - all four required.
George was very underated. His guitar play alone. Duane Alman, Bonnie Raitt and George 3 best sliders ever.
Who the hell EVER said Harrison was overrated?? God you’re an idiot 🤦♂️
Dig
I don't really think he was underrated I think he was kind of just overshadowed because John and Paul had such amazing voices and they were such talented singers that most people compared to them what kind of get overlooked even if they are really talented George is one of my favorites
the moment Roy Orbison starts to sing, oh boy, is so great, his voice omg
I was always of the belief that he sounds like Elvis.
@@NemFX I heard that Elvis was jealous of Roy Orbison's voice.
What really gets me with this incomparable supergroup is how they really all looked like they were genuinely having a great time. They're all millionaires, no need for more money, so just making great music with friends.
And that's what you call a super group one of a kind.
That was Fu**ing clever!!!!!
Highwaymen?
Another supergroup is Animetal USA.
Cobb Knobbler cream is not irrelevant
The other “supergroups” were a joke compared to these guys....Damn Yankees, Audioslave...
One of a kind & everyone in the group is an absolute legend.
Was everyone else screaming "noooooooo!!!" when Jamal was going to pause it right before Roy sang? Or as it just me?
I was! I'm glad he held off, cuz it's been years since I heard this song, and I literally got chills and my eyes watered up a bit at the mere sound of Roy's voice. What a haunting, beautiful voice he had.
Yep! Roy's vocal in that chorus is stunning and overwhelming and the emotional feeling it generates increases as the years go on.
I was like "W-WA-WA-WAIT!!!"
Yep, I was about to yell Noooooooooo!
I feel the same as I am a big Roy Orbison fan
Roy Orbison's voice brings goosebumps to the skin, a lump in the throat, and a tear in the eye.
There is pure joy in this video. George Harrison with his heroes Bob Dylan and Roy Orbison. Then Tom Petty, Jeff Lynn and Jim Keltner on drums. It doesn't get any better than that.
All living legends, the Traveling Wilburys were a ride that ended too soon.
The second guy singing with the dark hair and dark rimmed glasses is Roy Orbison who sang Pretty Woman, Crying etc.
Elvis Presley some man himself dr. Roy Orbison had the best voice ever
Allen Dixon yes and I read that Elvis refused to be on same stage with Roy to sing..
Only The Lonely is another hit...
Jeff Lynne produced pretty woman and he and George sang the harmonies on that track too
There’s not enough reaction videos of Roy Orbison music
people can use "super Group" loosely a lot of the time, but THIS was probably one of the best Super Groups EVER assembled that was never planned. I sure miss then those days of this group.
Thanks to Jeff Lynne who convinced Roy to come out of early retirement to record an Album and to join the Traveling Wilburys.
A reporter once asked Elvis Presley, what it was like to have the best voice of his generation. Elvis replied " ask Roy Orbison."
Hard to miss George Harrison’s signature guitar riffs, Roy Orbison’s high flying, gorgeous tenor, and Tom Petty & Bob Dylan’s distinct voices along with Jeff Lynn - what more could you want??
END OF THE LINE IS A MUST!!!
Wholeheartedly. 100%. Bout to request that.
Tweeter and the Monkey Man by Traveling Wilburys is a MUST
This makes me a little misty eyed. Three of the five are gone: Tom, Roy, and George. Rest in peace, gentlemen.
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Bob Dylan is immortal.
dido, each excelled in their own right, very authentic.
I'm with ya, < sniff>
Roy Orbison’s “Crying” (the studio version) is one of the most magical recordings of all time
KD Lang did an amazing cover of Crying.
Any song he sings is magical! There is only one Big O
Yes Stunning vocals.
@@bobbonj1171 👏 The best!
He had 1 of the most God given voices ever!
How wonderful: all mega-super stars, no inflated egos, just great music and enjoyment.
Man with the black hair and glasses singing "I'm so tired of being lonely..." portion was Roy Orbison. Elvis was once asked by an interviewer what it was like having the best voice in the business and he replied "I don't know, why don't you ask Roy Orbison"
I would definitely suggest checking out almost any of his works with the sole exception of the movie he was in, The Fastest Guitar Alive. That was NOT a good movie. LOL
I agree that Elvis would probably pass that mantle to someone else, but those sort of stories sound almost made up at this point. That is the exact set up to someone asking Eric Clapton how it was to be the best guitarist, and he told them to ask Prince.
Elvis would not perform after Roy Orbison. That was his request. True story!
If Roy had been more handsome and confident, the whole world would know who he is. IMO
One word: Great!
Roy sang "Oh Pretty Woman", among tons of other hits. My favorite of his is "Cryin'"
"Cryin" is classic.
That and Blue Angel are my favorites.
Favorites among favorites.
"you got it"
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Love that song.👍
heard a lot of orbison growing up, dad's favorite was cryin' too while mine is pretty one...not to be confused with pretty woman
On the album, each member went with a pseudonym with the last name Wilbury
George Harrison was Nelson Wilbury
Jeff Lynne was Otis Wilbury
Roy Orbison was Lefty Wilbury
Bob Dylan was Lucky Wilbury
Tom Petty was Charlie Wilbury Jr.
The drummer in the video (who was not an official Wilbury) is veteran session drummer Jim Keltner, who was credited on the album as "Buster Sidebury" - Although on the album, Jeff/Otis played the drums on 'Handle with Care.' while Jim/Buster played on the rest of the tracks
Completely forgot about that. Thanks for reminding us👍
Keltner also played drums in Harrison's Concert For Bangladesh. Played on albums for John Lennon, Ringo Starr, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison in addition to both Traveling WIlbury's albums.
You forgot Dane Gerous Wilbury (the beer drinking roadie)
Good to know, I was not aware of that.
Doesn't Gary Moore play in one the songs too? I heard that somewhere, but never confirmed it.
Jamal, you doing OK? Bad weekend everywhere, especially LA. My awesome hubby & I are sending you love from Harbor City! Keep spreading your peace, serenity & joy. 💖🙏🏻
I love this super group because it has some of my favorite musicians ever. This will be among the best few minutes of your life.
How blessed are music lovers that these legends got together!
Fabulous!
“End of the line” is a top pick. Between the time they recorded the song and doing the video, Roy Orbison passed away. You’ll see an empty chair in the video when he does his solo part. Just FYI so you know why. Keep up the great work! Love it.
Sad,Roy was more excited about the success of the group than anyone,according to Tom. Because he hadn't been on top in a while.
That song makes me sad, just thinking of his passing and pain..
julien ! Me too...😥
You should do a video for End of the Line by the Travelling Wilburys.
Roy Orbison had recorded the record with the band by died shortly after. There is a very touching moment in the video of his guitar in a rocking chair. Just brilliant
Best video of that song, hands down!
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This...!!!
Definitely!!
Just in case you want the link, Jamel..... lol ua-cam.com/video/UMVjToYOjbM/v-deo.html
Thank you so much for listening. Now you need check out George Harrison's solo stuff.
"My Sweet Lord"
"I've Got My Mind Set On You"
"What Is Life"
Especially "Was is Life?"
Got my mindset in you is a great track!and after that listen, Michael Penn, No Myth, beautiful song💛
Great Songs!!!!
Also, his stuff with the Beatles is worth checking out, gotta love "While My Guitar Gently Weeps", Eric Clapton plays guitar on that one... and "Here Comes the Sun" is simple and perfect.
Absolutely😃👍✌️🌼
The song is George's take on the music industry and what theyve all been through. Seeing them play and do this, for fun.... their joy as so pure.
When this came out on the radio, I kept thinking, that,s George Harrison, but wait, there's Roy Orbison and Tom Petty. I was blown away, then I saw the video, and how relaxed they all looked. Five huge names in music from Britain and the States, but no egos, no designated lead, they filmed in a circle. Pure talent. This kind of pure collaboration could never happen with today's "superstars" the egos and fame would get in the way. Maybe a song or two, never two albums.
LOVE the Traveling Wilburys. A proper Super Group !
bob dylan "tangled up in blue"
tom petty "free falling"
george harrison "when we was fab"
roy orbison "pretty woman"
jeff lynne "all over the world"
there is not a bad song on either album by the TW'S .....supergroup....
ha! I was thinking those as well! Except Free falling
Crying-roy Orbison . One of the best voices ever.
J Donner And Only the Lonely. Crying is amazing, but OtLbeats it in my book.
I love how their voices are so distinct.
Very distinct! But WOW, could they harmonize!
Great singers getting together create a beautiful song. That kind of music hard to do these days
So darned cute when Jamel says “I’m still trying to figure out Bob and Tom”!!!
Jamel is vulnerable - handle him with care.
I'm 65 too, and yes give Jamel a break, as he is younger than us old farts! Hard to believe ppl don't recognize all those artisrs we reveared for yrs! Jamel, u are one cool cat to listen to all these old treasures. I have listened to, love and own lotta music from ur younger generation, so most of us are not biased! Jamel, wait til I start suggesting ol mountain music and such! U gonna be goin' down musical rabbit holes the rest of ur days ! Not a bad itch to scratch...thx for all ur openess, blessings and peace to u and urs, thx again
I agree! I'm 73. I saw Bob's Rolling Thunder Revue in 1975. Bayfront Center, St Pete, Fl. Too bad Roy died because I'm sure they would've continued for awhile. Maybe even rotate new members.
Haha yes he's so sincere and honest. Hard to find these days.
Bob Dylan's one of my favorite musical artists and I'm only 23. Blonde on Blonde is one of the best albums in musical history, period.
“Roy Orbison singing for The Lonely
Hey that’s me & I want you only...”
~ Thunder Road (B. Springsteen)
When Don Felder of the Eagles taught a young Tom Petty how to play guitar, they never dreamed of both being in the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
So sad that only 2 of these awesome guys are still with us! Bob and Jeff!
Roy Orbison, when you did the first pause, is best know for “Pretty Woman”... Tom has blonde hair, wearing a hat. All rock legends!!!!
Another group I would love to see u react to is another supergroup called the highwaymen. It is johnny cash, Willie nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris Kristofferson
The bastards hung me in the yr of 25!!! One of my all time favorite songs!!!
Great lineup
All 4 are legends. Grew up on Waylon and Willie thanks to the parents.
Great call!
Wow this is awesome I never thought I’d see someone react to the Traveling Wilburys! I hope you’re planning on doing End of The Line by them as well
What I respect about Jamel reactions is that they seem sincere and real, most of these other “reaction” videos are to staged, over the top reaction for click bait. Thank you Jamel for being the way you are when doing these and allowing your audience to enjoy the music and what seems like a sincere reaction.
Thanks Jamal. We all know how big your heart is ! Keep is alive. America needs you.
Jeff LYNN OH YEAHHH, Born in 1972, These guys are every day of my glorious childhood.
Yeah! Traveling Wilburys!!!! Thank You! The second voice is the legendary Roy Orbison, as in "Pretty Woman".
Being nearly 70 now and an old fool. I can't watch this without tears coming to my eyes such a group of icons they say started jamming around togetherr for fun out of boredom Roy orbison George harison Tom petty gone now they were doing great stuff as the wilburys
When you get five of the best singers and songwriters in the history of music come together like this you get pure musical gold.
Notice the way they play in a circle; no egos present
I always loved the story of the name, "We'll bury it in the mix" (Wilburys)
Bob- "Like a rolling stone"
Tom- "I won't back down"
irresistible force meets immovable object
Always thought that Bob Dylan and Tom Petty were secretly the same person until I saw them together on this video. >.>
Roy : we all got something to say
Free Fallin .... Tambourine man .... Pretty Woman
Bob Dylan: “Rainy Day Women 12 & 35 (aka Everybody Must Get Stoned) Tom Petty: Free Falling
Mary Jane's Last Dance would be a good direction to go into. Then some more classic Tom Petty. There is A LOT of great stuff down that hole. George Harrison, Roy Orbison, all good for reactions.
I want to see him watch the video for "Don't Come Around Here No More." His mind would be blown! (In the best way.)
I agree Tom Petty is awesome and anything you choose would be great. Learning to Fly and Even the Losers are two more great songs.
For me, the big 3 by Petty are "American Girl", "Refugee", and "The Waiting".
American Girl, Refugee, Don’t Do Me Like That, Won’t Back Down, Free Falling -Tom Petty
Jeff Lynn was hanging out at Petty's house. They were sitting in the yard with their guitars just throwing riffs at each other, Petty throws one out and Jeff say's "Hey I like that one- got any lyrics for it?" Petty says nope, plays it again and sings,
"She's a good girl"
"Loves her Mama"
"Loves Jesus"
"And America too"
RIGHT OFF THE TOP OF HIS HEAD!!!!
The face when Roy started singing made this reaction😂
An all star band for the ages. I think everyone was excited to see how The Traveling Wilburys would sound.
Wish we could have had many more collaborations like this with various artists back then.
R.I.P. Roy, George, and Tom. Greatest collaboration.
George Harrison - What is Life Nice shirt from back in the day when MTV actually played music
YESSSSS
They just recently did a video of that one, too.
George Harrison got the title from looking at the label on a shipping box.
and the fact you can't name a song "handle me with care" and have the radio execs thinking the title is suggestive.
John Lennon got the idea for "Being for the benefit of Mr. Kite" from an old circus poster. I wonder how many of the songs Beatles members came up with while in that band or in their subsequent careers came from found objects? They were all such good songwriters, they could probably write a song about anything.
@@brianm2881 Day in the Life was entirely based around newspaper articles. On one of the Anthology albums, John states that Norweigen Wood was partially inspired by a furniture add that repeated the phrase "good Norwegian wood". Despite all of the links to LSD, John claims that Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds was inspired by a picture Julian painted in school when he was 4 or 5. Ringo's Octopus's Garden was inspired from a conversation he had over dinner due to octopus being on the menu. Paul's inspiration for Elinor Rigby was entirely from a grave marker with that name. George's Here Comes the Sun was literally written about a sunrise viewed in Eric Clapton's garden.
I cant even begin to express how much I love Tom Petty. His music is perfect driving music. Traveling cross country in a car, there probably isn't a better artist to listen to. You gotta add Tom Petty to your catalog
Tom Petty and ZZ Top are the kings of driving music
I agree
I would add Bob Seger and the Eagles
Great song great band.If only they could have made more,but how blessed we all are with what we got.R.I.P.boys and God Bless Bob and Jeff
George Harrison ,most underrated slide Guitarist ever .
Can’t believe that 3 of them are gone. Life goes by so damn fast.
The Traveling Wilburys is one of the ultimate Supergroups in music. Glad you enjoyed it, check out their other tracks!
Roy Orbisons 'Crying' with KD Lang is well worth a reaction.
It's tremendous.
I agree, it's one of my favorite duets
Great spirit of fun and friendship with The Wilburys
What a pleasure to wake up to this! Roy Orbison, one of the finest voices ever, Tom Petty (lots for you to explore there,), Bob Dylan and Jeff Lynne...the greats! George Harrison said they all got together and wrote music then recorded it. In this particular song they were looking for a "hook" according to George and there were lots of boxes with HANDLE WITH CARE on them--that was the hook they needed! Thanks Jamel!
The Traveling Wilburys are great! 👍 you gotta listen to “End of the Line,” by them as well, that’s my favorite
Traveling Wilburys "Last Night" everyone has had a "last night" story.😁
This one gives me chills and tears. All of these fine fellows capable of telling quite a story, yes indeed. But some of them have gone. And that part makes me quite sad. None the less, a great piece of work.
OMG!!!! I can listen to this song all day long!!!!! 💜💖💗💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖💜💗💖
What a glorious collaboration!! Some of the best of the best! Love these guys!!!n George Harrison started the song, Then Roy Orbison sings, then Bob Dylan and Tom Petty, and then Jeff Lynne all chime in with such beauty. Perfection!!!
There's an old joke about the Beatles: John was the brain, Paul was the heart, George was the soul, and Ringo was the drummer. But I really started to think about what it means to say George was the 'soul' of the Beatles, and it is so true. If the Beatles had replaced George, they wouldn't have been the Beatles anymore. Meanwhile, if George goes out and gets three other great performers...it sounds like a Beatles song! He really was the indispensable member of the group.
I disagree with Paul being the heart. John was the heart, Paul was the brain. Just look at the songs they wrote, John’s music had emotion and feel, whereas Paul’s music was crafted and more polished. There’s some exceptions where Paul had heart.
@@TheBigDean18 Nah, John was the intellectual who cared about ideas and causes; Paul was the romantic who literally wrote 'Silly Love Songs'
@Randall Johnson I always heard it was John's quote, which would make sense because Paul drummed on some Beatles' songs, and it's a rather acerbic comment, typical of John.
I always considered George to be the most musical.
I always considered John to be the most egotistical.
When Roy Orbison sang, the angels stopped what they were doing. God's singing voice. And he got a ton of power without even straining. Horrible that only Jeff and Bob are left. God bless. Peace and Love, Brother Jamel.
listen to end of the line by the wilburya
SiiiiGH... ROY ORBISON. 😍
His Voice IS/WAS EXTREMELY UNIQUE, which is why it's MY FAV. out of All the other Talented Musicians in this video.
🎹 🎵 🎸 🎵
ROY O. IS/WAS The BEST. 😢 💔
#RIP 🙏 👼
#Icon 😢 #RoyOrbison ❤
#OldiesButGoodies 💛
What's so great about them is the love an respect they each had for Roy Orbison
Bob and Tom? This was a truly an amazing group. Thanks for the react on this one.
And on drums, the great Jim Keltner. You heard him before on Steely Dan’s, “Josie.”
Fun fact: Chevy Chase auditioned to be the drummer in Steely Dan.
That and tons of others.
Excuse me but that's the great Buster Sidebury...
John Lennon Imagine album
This group was formed just to be as chilled as possible. This was the first song they created and it was all because they saw a box that said "handle with care" and they wrote the song around that!
Jamel , Earth Wind and Fire. Will blow your mind. Way of the world !
I swear Roy Orbison has the voice of an angel. I have to admit it brings tears to my eyes when I hear him in this song.
Tom Petty has enough hits on his own to keep you busy for a month
George Harrison:
"Something" (Beatles but he wrote and he was on vocals)
"Cheer Down"
What is Life. My favorite GH song.
While my Guitar Gently Weeps, there's a great version of George playing it with Eric Clapton
Excellent choices.
@@garretthenderson5738 hands down, the best GH song, ever.
@@1neruby I thought I wasn't a fan of the Beatles til I heard that song
Tom Petty:
Here Comes my Girl
Mary Jane's last dance
American Girl
You got Lucky
Free Fallin
Don’t come around here no more!
Learnin' to fly
I Won't Back Down
Don't Come Around Here No More
Refugee
The Waiting
I Need To Know
Into the Great Wide Open
...
Another suggestion for Petty:
Stop Draggin' My Heart Around, a duet with Stevie Nicks.
More talent in that room than you will ever find. Awesome stuff. Never to be repeated again, sadly
Legendary video. Makes me feel old but proud and happy that i got to be alive with their music in my life
Jamel we could tell this one hit home with you on a personal level. I like hearing you break it down and put it all together for us. Thank you for doing this one, one of my favorites!
I was having a pretty lousy day til I saw this pop up on UA-cam.
😁
The Wilburys will do that for you.
@@grandamjim Totally.
same here, I feel refreshed after this vid 😎
The one and only Roy Orbison.
The greatest among greats.
This is a group of true legends. Most are gone now. May they Rest in Peace.
Jamal, I just love seeing your face when you listen to songs that I love. Love seeing you appreciate my faves.
All of these guys are really talented and I'm glad you got to hear this song. I like 'End of the Line' better than this song by them, but this is cool too.
Cool to see someone reacting to a song my mom likes haha
Yeah "End of the Line" is even better than this one, but its video is so sad. Roy died just before shooting of the video began and how they represent him in the video is a tear jerker (in a good, cathartic way, but still heartbreaking).
@@sbird8675 That empty rocking chair makes me cry every time.
Jamel, you found my heart's anthem. At the end of this, though, when you distill the lyrics into a brief explanation, I just feel like you need a hug. I hope someone hugged you, young man.
While i love all these guys Tom Petty is my fave! RIP Tom, Roy and George. Keep rocking Jeff and Bob
Everytime I think I found a favourite I find another gem. I have been listening to a LOT of Roy Orbison lately and pulled out my special addition CD/DVD Traveling Wilburys collection I bought with my Christmas money in 2002 or thereabouts. Wish I could have shared it with my Dad who was the one who indroduced me to each legend seperately and nearly flipped when they became this supergroup. Growing up in South Africa in the 80s, info wasn't easy to come by but my dad really went over and above to learn everything he could about these guys. Thanks for passing it on Dad. Hope you and the boys are enjoying a cold one and a loooong discussion about music wherever that may be
I love your reaction to these famous musicians..., George Harrison, Roy Orbison, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan just to name a few.....pure magic!
I had to laugh at your reaction when you heard Roy's voice, the second voice, you probably would of heard his song Pretty Woman, that song is played to death in numerous movies. But he has plenty more classics.
The best part of listening to this song is listening to the mash up of so many different styles. The different twangs of country tuned guitars, the electric psychadelic and folk tuned guitars, the accoustic rock and roll strum. And their own unique voices for their chosen styles. It all somehow mixes perfectly.
This and End of the Line are the only two songs I really know. It was amazing that these guys got together to make an album.
That was their two biggest hits as well.
They made 2 albums, they were gonna do another album but roy passed away so they wouldn't make it without him
@@chandravargas792 Very true. Even the music video for "End Of The Line" was a tribute to Roy with the empty rocking chair.
Last night is another good one.
@@dbegley990 Just listened to that tune. Excellent!
Roy Orbison anything and you’ll be amazed by his voice
Roy Orbison in the darkest of glasses, black hair & the oldest member with the operatic voice is one of the legendary Million Dollar Quartet -- Memphis Sun artists -- Roy ("Pretty Woman" "Crying" & "Blue Bayou"), Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis & Carl Perkins.
The drummer -- considered a full-fledged member is the session drummer Jim Keltner who has been on countless hit songs for decades.
Jamel -- you always do a sincere wonderful assessment. You speak with honesty in your voice & you're entertaining.
Brings tears to my eyes and heart. Thank you